The strongest tendon in our bodies, the Achilles tendon, is also one of the most susceptible to injury. Because it bears an extraordinary amount of weight when we walk, run, jump, and land, the ...

It's easy to simply focus on putting one foot in front of the other when you're running — it becomes meditative, where you're so locked in on the task at hand. But being in the zone shouldn't hinder ...

Rehabilitating an Achilles tendon injury is a daunting challenge faced by many athletes and individuals who experience this type of injury. The Achilles tendon, the largest and strongest tendon in the ...

Achilles tendon damage is common. It can be painful and make it difficult to exercise or even walk. Stretches can help speed up healing and improve mobility. In this article, we briefly outline a few ...

Another year, another injury for Tiger Woods. Woods, the 15-time major champion, announced Tuesday he ruptured his left Achilles while ramping up training in the last week. He underwent a successful ...

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Achilles tendon ruptures are one of the most difficult injuries for an athlete. Recently the Seattle Seahawks' Richard Sherman tore his Achilles tendon, and is out for the remainder of the season.

This week we are going to discuss a common but extremely painful condition that can occur throughout any time of life. It is more common in men, higher in incidence in those with hypertension and ...

Achilles tendinopathy is a degenerative condition that manifests as a stiffness or pain when bearing weight on the leg. The Achilles tendon attaches the calf muscles to the heel and is important in ...

Tendo-achilles bursitis is an inflammation of the fluid-filled sac located between the Achilles tendon and the heel bone. The Achilles tendon attaches to the calf muscle group behind the leg to the ...

Tendinitis of the Achilles tendon usually develops at a point just above where the tendon attaches to your heel bone. Signs that you may have Achilles tendinitis include pain when pushing off during ...

Healthcare professionals use the Achilles tendon rupture test to identify an Achilles tendon tear. The test involves observing foot movement during a physical examination. The Achilles tendon connects ...